2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Boxster | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |