1998 BMW 730 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
