2000 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4727 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
