1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
