1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 301 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C 111 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5698 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
