1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 47 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T weights approximately 81 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Concept T |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
