1990 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1997 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |