Comparo: BMW 4 Series Coupe versus Mercedes C Class Coupe

yxjackxh · 06-16-2013, 05:48 PM

The c-class coupe is alright, but it doesnt even compare with the e92 lci, why compare it to the f32 lol. you cant really mod the c-class coupe and its sorta girly, mostly only girls in my area drive it

lawgone · 06-16-2013, 06:44 PM

Can't see any stats and only part of the pics on iPhone app. :/

pkimM3r · 06-16-2013, 07:16 PM

Audi for looks.
Mercedes for lux/comfort.
Bmw for driving dynamics.

Thats what it is to me. I like to drive. Dont care about looks or luxury.

e92dave · 06-16-2013, 07:16 PM

This is an unfair comparison, the c class is the corolla of the benz dept in the u.s., and if youre gona bring up the c63, its only purchased bc its the cheapest amg you can get. Obv the 4 series wipes the floor with it, but thats not an accomplishment to brag about. The 4 series should be much farther above and beyond

vanosracing · 06-16-2013, 07:20 PM

BMW hands down, the Merc looks boring and outdated.

I'm sure the 4 will look even better in person...

FogCityM3 · 06-16-2013, 07:31 PM

As much of a disappointment as the 4er is, still looks better than the Merc.

phx08 · 06-16-2013, 07:56 PM

To each their own i guess.

IM2C · 06-16-2013, 08:03 PM

No comparison. BMW wins.

Waiting for 2015 A5 vs BMW 4 series comparo.

IM2C · 06-16-2013, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pkim1079

Audi for looks.
Mercedes for lux/comfort.
Bmw for driving dynamics.

Thats what it is to me. I like to drive. Dont care about looks or luxury.

Have you driven f30 with "new and improved" electric steering?

IM2C · 06-16-2013, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Black_Raider

2015 Audi A5 is goinn to have more than easy job to do. They just faild with this one.

+1. All they have to do now is facelift it.

xDrive35i · 06-16-2013, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e92dave

This is an unfair comparison, the c class is the corolla of the benz dept in the u.s., and if youre gona bring up the c63, its only purchased bc its the cheapest amg you can get. Obv the 4 series wipes the floor with it, but thats not an accomplishment to brag about. The 4 series should be much farther above and beyond

Actually, it's a great car, hands down. Don't try to decide for other people why they made a purchase. When it's your money, you can take it elsewhere. Besides that, people seem to purchase the C63 because it's the only AMG left except for the SLS that still has the NA 6.2L V8. According to your standards and claims, that means the only two choices with that engine are a Corolla or a supercar. Still, people are fine with their 500hp Corollas. Mercedes must be doing something right.

Jason · 06-16-2013, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by lawgone

Can't see any stats and only part of the pics on iPhone app. :/

Full pics can be viewed by clicking on them. The stats tables display issue is being worked on. Thanks.

BMV///M3 · 06-16-2013, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e90im

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black_Raider

2015 Audi A5 is goinn to have more than easy job to do. They just faild with this one.

+1. All they have to do now is facelift it.

I was just thinking how much I dislike the look of this 4 series. Hoping the M-Sport is much better cause I wouldn't even consider this as a replacement for my E92. That bimmerrang is too much, looks forced. Disappointed so far.

Teemo Panda · 06-16-2013, 09:32 PM

THE MB C looks really dated~

Powaup · 06-16-2013, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by LAnderson23

Why is the 428i 0-60 time so much slower than the 328i? Times I've seen for 328i is 5.6sec while the 428 is listed at 6.2 above.

You're right it should be 5.7 instead of 6.2 according to the post with the 4 series specs

Jason · 06-16-2013, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Powaup

You're right it should be 5.7 instead of 6.2 according to the post with the 4 series specs

Oops, fixed.

BMWFanatic2008 · 06-16-2013, 10:16 PM

C-class is NOT a real MB in my book. I would take ANY E9x/F3x 328 in place of C350. F30 320 vs C350 would be a hard decision for me

34.50 · 06-16-2013, 10:51 PM

Styling wise - C-class from the front, BMW for back, and sides are tied. Engine wise - BMW

FSHNGRY · 06-16-2013, 11:13 PM

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that the new 4 series has a REAL e-brake. Thats the only major let down with the new line of M cars and all the BMW's in general IMO. The interior of the 4er is gorgeous..can't imagine the F82 M4.

noushy · 06-16-2013, 11:27 PM

I have always been a ///M guy that jumped ship to an Audi RS6 and then came back. However BMW is losing the battle to Audi everywhere, especially in the small coupe, A7, A8/S8 and supercar category where BMW has been a no show. Heck even the TT-RS has no Z4 M competitor. I like the 4 and I am sure the wide fendered ///M4 will look better but the A5/S5 flows where as the 4xx looks almost forced and not continuous. Lets hope it looks better in the metal. (And I love BME coupes which is why I drive a M6)

Noushy

askharjoon · 06-16-2013, 11:44 PM

Why does the front of the new 3-4 series look so 'dopey'? I just don't get the new looks. That said, I'm sure it's performance is going to be fantastic.

SoCali E36 · 06-17-2013, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pkim1079

Audi for looks.
Mercedes for lux/comfort.
Bmw for driving dynamics.

Thats what it is to me. I like to drive. Dont care about looks or luxury.

So much for the driving dynamics with the new electric steering.

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pkimM3r Banned 205 Rep 7,298 Posts Drives: m3 saloon in granny mode. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: lost angeles iTrader: (0)	Audi for looks. Mercedes for lux/comfort. Bmw for driving dynamics. Thats what it is to me. I like to drive. Dont care about looks or luxury.
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e92dave Private 0 Rep 94 Posts Drives: 08' e92 335i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: boston, ma iTrader: (0)	This is an unfair comparison, the c class is the corolla of the benz dept in the u.s., and if youre gona bring up the c63, its only purchased bc its the cheapest amg you can get. Obv the 4 series wipes the floor with it, but thats not an accomplishment to brag about. The 4 series should be much farther above and beyond
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vanosracing Private First Class 4 Rep 140 Posts Drives: none Join Date: May 2009 Location: bassano iTrader: (0)	BMW hands down, the Merc looks boring and outdated. I'm sure the 4 will look even better in person...
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askharjoon Private 4 Rep 94 Posts Drives: Maserati Ghibli Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: The big oven iTrader: (0)	Why does the front of the new 3-4 series look so 'dopey'? I just don't get the new looks. That said, I'm sure it's performance is going to be fantastic.
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