2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 457 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
