2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Five Hundred | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
