1984 BMW 725 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 725 | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
