2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
