1994 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3910 mm |