1957 Allard GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 465 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
