2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
