1980 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1980 BMW 316. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 316 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3910 mm |
