1957 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1963 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 405 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 340 Spider | Crown |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 80 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
