2001 BMW L7 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | L7 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |
