2009 BMW 135 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 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 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 135 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
