1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cutlass | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
