1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coronet | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
