At a glance: The 600 Limousine series 1963-1981

Imposing 600 4 door Pullman a favorite amongst titans of industry and dictators.

600 Data

• Years of Manufacture: 1963 – 1981
• Number Built:
  • Limousine: 2,190
  • Pullman: 487
• Price at Introduction:
  • 600 Limousine: DM 56,500
  • 600 Pullman: DM 63,500
• Date of Introduction: August, 1963
• Chassis/Body:
  • Unit frame and body
• Exterior Dimensions 600 Limousine:
  • Total Length: 218 inches (5540mm)
  • Total Width: 76.8 inches (1950mm)
  • Height at Kerb Weight: 59.5 inches (1500mm)
  • Wheelbase: 126.0 inches (3200mm)
  • Front Track: 62.5 inches (1587mm)
  • Rear Track: 62.0 inches (1581mm)
• Exterior Dimensions 600 Pullman:
  • Total Length: 246 inches (6240mm)
  • Total Width: 76.8 inches (1950mm)
  • Height at Kerb Weight: 59.5 inches (1500mm)
  • Wheelbase: 153.5 inches (3900mm)
  • Front Track: 62.5 inches (1587mm)
  • Rear Track: 62.0 inches (1581mm)
• Kerb Weight:
  • 600 Limousine: 5434lb (2470kg)
  • 600 Pullman: 5808lb (2640kg)
• Fuel Tank: 30 gallons (112.0 litres)
• Turning Circle:
  • 600 Limousine: 40.7ft (12.4 metres)
  • 600 Pullman: 47.8ft (14.6 metres)
• Transmission 600 Limousine:
  • 1st: 3.98:1
  • 2nd: 2.52:1
  • 3rd: 1.58:1
  • 4th: 1.00:1
• Transmission 600 Pullman:
  • 1st: 3.98:1
  • 2nd: 2.52:1 (later 2.46:1)
  • 3rd: 1.58:1
  • 4th: 1.00:1
• Rear Axle Ratio:
  • 3.23:1
• Engine Speed at 100 km/h:
  • 2475 rpm
• 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h):
  • 600 Limousine: 9.7 seconds (approx)
  • 600 Pullman: 12.0 seconds (approx)
• Maximum Speed:
  • 600 Limousine: 127 mph (205 km/h)
  • 600 Pullman: 124 mph (200 km/h)
    • Engine 8 Cylinder M 100:
      • Capacity: 6332cc 386.3ci
      • Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 8 cylinders in Vee configuration
      • Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
      • Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, overhead camshaft
      • Fuel System: Bosch eight plunger pump
      • Bore and Stroke: 4.06 x 3.74 inches (103 x 95mm)
      • Power: 250 hp (DIN) @ 4000rpm (300hp SAE @ 4100)
      • Torque: 51 mkg @ 2800rpm (434.0 ft/lb @ 3000)
      • Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
    • Ignition and Electrical:
      • 12 volt
      • Coil and alternator
    • Exhaust:
      • Twin tail-pipes
    • Suspension:
      • Independent front and rear, with coil springs, single joint swing axle, air suspension
    • Steering:
      • Recirculating ball, servo assisted, ratio: 17.3:1 (3.3 turns)
    • Brakes:
      • Front: Disc, 11.46″ 291mm
      • Rear: Disc, 11.59″ 294mm
      • Servo assisted
      • Two circuit hydraulic
    • Wheels:
      • 15″ Pressed steel disc wheels
    • Tyres:
      • 9.00 x 15 Super Sport