1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina 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 309 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Carina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 408 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2430 mm |