2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (229 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |