1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Will |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
