2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 479 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
