2006 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
