2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 500 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
