1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 695 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Toyota Crown | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crown | E |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2874 mm |