1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
