1972 Honda Life vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
