2009 BMW 535 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 535 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |