1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 287 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
