1994 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
