1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
