1998 BMW 728 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 728 | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
