2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2250 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
