2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1965 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 SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
