1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 600 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |