2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 630 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
