2007 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (214 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
