1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
