1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
