1963 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12

To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 103 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.

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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Toyota Crown 1997 Volkswagen W12
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Crown W12
Year Released 1963 1997
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1897 cc 5584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 80 HP 420 HP
Torque 152 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 90.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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