2007 BMW M vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (350 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
