1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coronet | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
