2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1975 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
