2008 BMW 335 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 37 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, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3910 mm |