1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 450 | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |