1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | C 112 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
