2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,513 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 999 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. 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 SL (700 Nm) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
