2008 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |
