2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 530 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
