1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 48 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SE | Sienna |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |