1970 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Publica | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Publica | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |