2006 Rover 75 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 49 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
