1999 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
