1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 771 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsair | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
