2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z8 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
