2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
