2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2952 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
