2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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 (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
