2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 366 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |
