2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1972 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 SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 768 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
