2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 44 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 101 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |