1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 511 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
