1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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 S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |