1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 24 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chevelle | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
