2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 370 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
Model | C | T600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |