2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 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 CLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
