1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 104 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 350 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
