2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (363 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Toyota Century. 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 (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
