1995 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
