1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 619 kg more than 1972 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SE | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
