1956 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 880 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Toyota Crown | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3165 mm |
