1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 600 | 320 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |