2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
