2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 599 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
