2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
