1987 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 11 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, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 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 930 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3910 mm |