1995 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 36 kg more than 1995 Toyota Century. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Century | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Century | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1836 kg |
