2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 510 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
