1957 Allard GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 550 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
