2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 932 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | 8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
