1984 BMW 725 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 725 | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
