1994 BMW 854 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 854. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 854.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 854 | C |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4727 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |