1976 BMW 633 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 BMW 633. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 633 | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
