1966 Porsche 912 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 912 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 912 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
