1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 43 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Toyota Crown | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
