2009 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |