2006 Lexus GX vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown. 2006 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 1955 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1955 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
