1992 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 730 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | C |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |