1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 816 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 891 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Toyota Crown | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crown | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2066 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |