1986 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
