2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 291 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Century |
Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2870 mm |