1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1995 Toyota Supra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C 111 | Supra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2997 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |