1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Carina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2530 mm |