1988 BMW 520 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 23 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 118 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 520 | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |