1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 20 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 146 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530. 2011 BMW 530 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C 112 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
