1968 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 82 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 536 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 17 | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
