1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Toronado | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
