2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | C | Monaro |
Year Released | 2011 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |