2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
