2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 201 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |