1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 352 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |