1995 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1995 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3910 mm |