1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2170 mm |
