1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Toronado | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 66 L |
