1957 Toyota Crown vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Datsun |
| Model | Crown | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
