1978 BMW 725 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 725 | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |