1976 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 497 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 630 | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3170 mm |
