1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model 300 Corona
Year Released 1958 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1338 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2510 mm


 

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