2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 535 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |