2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |
