2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 828 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 998 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
