2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |