2001 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
