1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1610 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
