1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 268 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2470 mm |
