2009 Audi A5 vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 46 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
