1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 47 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 78 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Crown | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
