2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
