1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 310 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Crown |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |