2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 383 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
