1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
