1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 111 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5320 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
