2009 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
