2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 870 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
