1996 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1996 BMW 735 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 735 C
Year Released 1996 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 62 L


 

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