1984 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 8 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, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | 600 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3910 mm |