2009 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2009 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 112 L |
