1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 157 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Echo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
