1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 609 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK LM | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
