1999 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1999 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M5. (499 Nm). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3910 mm |
