1999 Audi R8 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 34 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |