2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
