2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Toyota Sport 800 has manual transmission. 1965 Toyota Sport 800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
