1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C 112 | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
