2009 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 BMW 650 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |