2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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 (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
