2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 715 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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 (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | C | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
