2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
