2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
