1987 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 101 kg more than 1987 BMW M6. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
