1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
