1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 250 | Crown |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |