1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2470 mm |