2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 805 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
