1999 BMW V12 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW V12 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V12 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
