1998 BMW V12 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 30 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, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 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 1156 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V12 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3910 mm |
