1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 350 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
