2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
