2007 BMW 328 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3910 mm |
