2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1960 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
