1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
