1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
