1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 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 82 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Supra. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C 112 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
