2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
