s500 and s600 difference?
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s500 and s600 difference?
what were the main differences between s500 and s600 from years 97-99, also what are the differences if any from 97-99 s600's, and why are the time on the cluster not dig, I have a 1997 c280 with dig time on cluster yet a 1999 s600 lacks it?
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s500 and s600 difference
For the most complete answer go to the Mercedes site and look up the models ( http://www.mbusa.com/brand/container...x.jsp&menu=0_0 ). It is a fantastic resource and I reviewed it extensively when buying my ‘98 S600 last month.
The most obvious difference is four more cylinders and 70 more horsepower for the 600. It’s about a second faster in the 0-60 time and pulls nicely all the way to 155 mph. It is amazing how that twelve cylinder motor motivates a 5,000 pound car.
The other major difference is that the 600 came with all of the possible options as standard.
There are several other considerations including maintenance and resale value. This board has many posts discussing both models.
Good luck.
The most obvious difference is four more cylinders and 70 more horsepower for the 600. It’s about a second faster in the 0-60 time and pulls nicely all the way to 155 mph. It is amazing how that twelve cylinder motor motivates a 5,000 pound car.
The other major difference is that the 600 came with all of the possible options as standard.
There are several other considerations including maintenance and resale value. This board has many posts discussing both models.
Good luck.
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Besides the obvious engine difference, the other differences were mostly cosmetic (ex. suede headliner, two tone leather seating) and some standard options (ex. parktronic, adjustable suspension).
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Originally Posted by Ashkan's C280
what were the main differences between s500 and s600 from years 97-99, also what are the differences if any from 97-99 s600's, and why are the time on the cluster not dig, I have a 1997 c280 with dig time on cluster yet a 1999 s600 lacks it?
I've owned both the 500 and the 600, driving wise and feel I'll take my 600 anyday.
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Curb Weight vs. GVWR
Originally Posted by joetucc
The later models come jam packed with more electronics. BTW the S600 weights in at 5,995 lbs.
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It is a shame that MB didn't do much to separate our W140 S600 from the rest of the W140 lineup aesthetically. You really have to see and drive the cars to understand why an S320 costs $68k and a S600 costs $132K.
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