2005 BMW 530 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |