1980 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (151 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |