2005 Lexus SC vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
