1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 653 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Crown | Flex |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2995 mm |
