2009 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 457 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.5 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 | 1950 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |