2005 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
