2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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) has 364 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
