1996 Toyota Supra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Supra | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 15.5 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3165 mm |
