1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 600 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2450 mm |
