2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
