1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 167 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
