1996 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 523 | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |