I am going to purchase a newer C-class within 4-5 months but I have no idea which cars are faster/ slower or anything. I am thinking I want a C320 but I am also looking at the C230Kompressor sedan, which is faster? Any input would be greatly appreciated and maybe telling about your vehicle / vehicle experience. Thanks. Fun cars.

 

C320's are faster than C230's. Not a terrible HP difference though, I would drive both if I were you. What year are you looking at? Keep in mind that there have been 3 different types of engines for the C230.

 

i dont kno about you.. i beat a c320 by a longshot with my 1.8L c230 kompressor.. slightly modded but still.. 3 carlengths

 

Define "slightly modded"

Stock for stock, the C320 is without question faster than a C230.

 

k&N filter + redid intake piping+ Magnaflow muffler

 

Well right now I have the E320 and i enjoy the engine, runs great with a little kick, but I am leaning towards the C320 b/c of the 6 cyl. im not sure i want to drop to 4 cyl. I would definitely mod the C320 but I am really just comparing it to the C230 Kompress. sedan and I wonder why they make the rims wider and cooler than the C320, if the 320 gives out more hp. So basically, its either between a 2001 + C230 K or C320, what do you guys think? C class are good modding cars, not too expensive but they can be made to look very sleek and aggressive.

 

You can get a 2005 C320 Sport that has the same staggered wheels that the C230 has.

 

Quicker or faster? Or both?

 

C350? Feeeels goood

 

I'm thinkin I'll enjoy the C320 more, it just needs better wheels, thats all.... ill probably get between an '01 and '04 depending on their conditions and prices

 

i have an 01' c320; it's an absolute blast! the torque is great for everyday driving, and when you feel the need to smash. on the freeway i was able to chase an M3 no problem! go for it dude!

 

 

haha, hey hey hey, this happened last night and we were both cruising around 80mph and gunned it. just playing a little game of cat and mouse for about 20 miles or so, oging bout 80-120. haha it was fun though, i could definitely hear him gun it. lol you should try it sometime kev, it's fun. then a damn VW tries to get in on us, but we dusted it! haha

 

yeeeeeeeeah. if I stayed in 6th gear and at 3000 rpm, I'd still dust you. no dice.

maybe it's those heavy replica rims that give you the powa!

 

i hardly go wot anymore unless im in a caravan, i make so much noise everyone looks before i even get above PSL

 

haha, phil phil, i guess so. guess he was just toying with me. no matter, it was fun and made my 50 mile commute quicker and less boring

 

tell me bout it bro, i'm always on the lookout for cops cuz it's loud as hell, specially during the night time. at least you have a valentine 1

 

sure does.

 

Of all the engines in the w203 (aside from the 32 / 55), the 350 is your best bet. That is one of the most underated engines and a step up from the 320 you have in your E class.

 

haha drex, people actually pm'ing you bout your bumper? lol

 

What's your location

 

You just noticed that? Yeah, I got a ton of pm's from noobs this year. Anything from inquiries about it being Brabus to Remus to "is that custom?"

 

lol, i just did. thought you still had that 4piston calipers text there.

 

Word of caution....'01, '02 C's were very buggy and had many TSBs. If the TSBs were done then the car will be solid...and I speak from experience. My car has 135K miles but still runs, sounds, handles, feels almost like new. Getting ready for another car and have decided to keep it as the second car.

 

thx all, and TSB stands for?