2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B3000 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B3000 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |