1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
