1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z8 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
