2004 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 32 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |
