2009 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |