2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
