2007 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 111 L |
