1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1971 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
