1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 335 kg more than 1958 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
