2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 120 L |
