530I vs C 300 4MATIC
BMW · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
530I
Beats the C 300 4MATIC by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 530I beats the C 300 4MATIC by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 530I thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
248 hp
255 hp
0–100 km/h
5.9s
5.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
400 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$57,000
$49,000
Simulated race times
Distance
530I
C 300 4MATIC
100 m
6.290s
6.290s
1/8 mile
9.267s
9.267s
1/4 mile
13.860s
13.860s
1 km
24.574s
24.574s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: C 300 4MATIC is $49,000 vs $57,000 for the 530I — a $8,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 530I or the C 300 4MATIC?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 530I is faster, beating the C 300 4MATIC by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 530I vs the C 300 4MATIC?
The 530I hits 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the C 300 4MATIC does it in 5.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 530I produces 248 hp; the C 300 4MATIC produces 255 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 530I tops out at 250 km/h, and the C 300 4MATIC reaches 250 km/h.
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