2009 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 530 C
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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