2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 605 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 70 L |