1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 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 20 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SE | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
