1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, both 1999 Hyundai Tiburon and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
