1998 BMW 728 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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 GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 728 | GLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
