2004 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 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 |
