2007 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |