1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 504 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
