1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
