2003 Honda That vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1950 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda That | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | That | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3910 mm |
