1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300S | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
