2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |