1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |