1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catalina | C |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6891 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 625 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |