2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | C | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |