1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2020 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2310 mm |