2007 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 650 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
