1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C 112 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
