1996 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. Both 1996 BMW 735 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 735 | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
