2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 574 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |