2004 BMW 630 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 630 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |