2009 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 1090 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 111 L |
