1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |