1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 118 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 208 | Crown |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |