1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 and 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 253 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 112 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
