1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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 C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C 112 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
