1950 Ferrari 166 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 510 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 166.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ferrari 166 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 166 | Crown |
Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1410 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |