1999 BMW Breyton vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton is newer by 31 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton 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 1070 kg more than 1999 BMW Breyton.
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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Breyton | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Breyton | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 6330 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
