2009 BMW 335 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6328 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3910 mm |
