2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 955 kg more than 1960 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 SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
