2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
