2006 BMW 130 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
