1964 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Supra |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |