1995 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
