1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 600 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Lotec Mercedes-Benz
Model Testa de Oro C
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1796 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 347 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1785 kg


 

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