1986 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 1986 BMW 730 and 1986 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 BMW 730.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | G |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |