1963 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 48 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 626 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Crown | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | Crown | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 433 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
