1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
