2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |