1996 BMW 540 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 31 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, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 540 | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |