1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
