2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |