2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 915 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | ML | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |