1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vega | S |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |