1981 BMW 628 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 628 | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
