1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3910 mm |
