1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
