1967 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Model F |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
