2009 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
