1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1672 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
