2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 561 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |