2004 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 535 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 457 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
