2010 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 135 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 135 | B |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
