1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
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 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C 111 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2827 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
