1985 Porsche 928 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 179 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.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 928 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
