1973 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (226 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Solara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
