1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
