2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
