2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 335 C
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 68.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.5 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L