1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2003 Toyota Will is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Will |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
