1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 505 kg more than 1969 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |