2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 752 kg more than 2010 BMW 535. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
