2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
