2011 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 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 2011 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | B |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
