1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Toyota Crown | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4172 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
