The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a great example of a well-executed sport-sedan mix. Other cars get major updates every model year while the C-Class only receives unnoticeable alterations. The only major changes are the tech upgrades that it is due for.
Speaking of changes, the 2019 BMW 8-Series is a fully revamped version of the original 8-Series that came out in the 1990s. Technically a new car, the latest 8-Series still has the same spirit of its ancestor but with more power, technology, and better performance. Here’s how the latest 8-Series compares against the C-Class.
The latest C-Class has an attractive shape with a sloped rear end that gave the car an elegant appeal. New LED headlights and taillights were added with an option to upgrade for a multi-beam technology. With all the subtle changes in its exterior, one can expect the same for the cabin. The interior styling is classic, preserving the old-world charm and luxury that the brand is comfortably acquainted with.
The latest 8-Series is an American muscle car through and through. It is bigger, wider, and lower. The extravagant length and width are its biggest assets but one cannot miss the enormous twin ribbed grilles. You can describe the 8-series to be meaty and sinister-like.
The COMAND® infotainment system of the C-Class is brimming with a lot of features. Although the base set-up is already great, there are more options to make it techier. Easily the best upgrade would be the Burmester audio system for its crisp sound quality and a matching expensive-looking cut-metal speaker screens. Forward collision warning and the automatic braking system are standard driver aids that are also upgradable.
The new BMW 8-Series gets the latest version of the iDrive for its infotainment. It is easy to use and is integrated with Apple CarPlay. Android users, however, will have to settle with other connections as Android Auto is not supported.
The output for the C-Class is now at 255 hp, significantly higher compared to its predecessor. The torque at 273 lb-ft remains the same. Any of the trims is a winning ride and handling. The sufficient wheelbase fits supportive seats that make every ride comfortable.
The 8-Series comes in a single trim for this year and it is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 engine. It can produce a massive hp at 523 and a 553 lb-ft of torque.
The 2019 BMW 8-Series returned with a vengeance. It comes in an enormous engine that delivers exactly what you can expect from a V8. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, however, is better-rounded for everyday driving. Its power is sufficient for an entertaining ride and the cabin is aesthetically pleasing. Bigger is not necessarily better as the C-Class can beat the 8-Series in style, technology, and even in performance.
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