1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 552 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Model F |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2240 mm |
