2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
