2009 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
