2008 BMW 528 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 528 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |