1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 30 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 600 | 325 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |