2001 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |