2001 BMW 318 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 111 L |
