2006 BMW 650 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 650 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
