1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 560 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
