1967 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 855 kg more than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 91 L |
