1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 51 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 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 165 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.
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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2008 Porsche Cayman 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. 2008 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Toyota Crown | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Crown | Cayman |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 3386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |