1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 47 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 9 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 600 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
