2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 975 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |