1992 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 17 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 520 | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1444 mm |
