2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 70 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 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
