2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
