2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 584 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
