1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
