2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3910 mm |