2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 210 kg more 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century. 1970 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2980 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
