2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 563 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra. 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 S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
