2012 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Model F |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
