1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |