1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |