1979 BMW 728 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 BMW 728. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 728 | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
