2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 1 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 215 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
