2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1967 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 1967 Toyota Crown
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model SLK Crown
Year Released 2007 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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