1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monte Carlo | CW |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
