1984 BMW 628 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1984 BMW 628. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 628 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 628 | 600 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |