2001 BMW Compact vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compact | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
