2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 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 SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
