1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 25 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 350 | Camry |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |