1994 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | 600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |