2007 BMW 523 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 523 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |