2010 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 328 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 328 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | C |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
