2009 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 735 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
