1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 417 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |