1992 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 Weight | 1600 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
