1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
