2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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 2,949 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 85 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 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 520 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2949 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
