1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 330 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |