2006 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2006 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (200 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 650 | B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2699 mm |
