2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |