2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |