1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 240 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SE | Previa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
