2008 BMW 540 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 540 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
