2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3910 mm |
