2008 BMW 118 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 35 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 106 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3910 mm |
