2005 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2005 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2772 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
