1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BB | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1897 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
