I don't dispute any of this, my 85 300CD was obviously a OM617 and I haven't driven a OM60x but I don't know if MB would have sold their premium engine technology to a "competitor" I just looked up the M21 I6 BMW diesel and it was available in Europe as early as 1983 so it would have still be premium BMW technology when Ford licensed it, so I guess MB could have sold them something brand new.
I think that Vixen motor homes that used the BMW engine had cooling problems and were probably pushing the engine harder then design specs called for. It is a big jump from a sports sedan to a motor home. Todd -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 14:28 To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] GM diesel shortcomings Have you driven a 60x engine? Way more refined than the 61x. They're both good engines but given the opportunity I'll go with a 60x every time. The 602 turbo has ~30hp more than the 617 turbo Weighs less Starts easier in the cold Is quieter Is more efficient (uses less fuel) Produces less soot and thus can go longer between oil changes and I think is more compact (less tall?) Overall its clearly the next generation but it was a BIG step up. MB could have sold them 617s but the 602 would have been a better choice. Confidentiality Note: The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential. If this e-mail contains protected health information, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited,except as permitted by law. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
