1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 148 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SE | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
