2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 707 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
