1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 855 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | X6 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
