1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 600 | 325 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2770 mm |