2000 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
