2008 BMW 116 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
