1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2013 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 600 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |
