1999 BMW V12 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (454 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V12 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1655 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2766 mm |
