1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300.

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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Fiat 2300 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model 2300 C
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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