1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Z9 (560 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
