2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (128 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (250 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
