1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 218 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
