1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1965 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Crown | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Crown | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
