2004 Honda NSX vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 47 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |