2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |