2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 585 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (392 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1955 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1955 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |