1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |