2007 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |