2009 Audi A5 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
