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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 2 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 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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 | 2996 cc | 2954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
