| Grade | Crown Eight | |
|---|---|---|
| Model type & weight |
Model type | VG10 |
| Curb mass(kg) | 1375 | |
| Dimensions | Length(mm) | 4720 |
| Width(mm) | 1845 | |
| Height(mm) | 1460 | |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 2740 | |
| Engine | Engine code | V |
| Engine type | 8-cylinder, 90degreesV, OHV | |
| Displacement(cm3) | 2599 | |
| Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. | -/115/5000 |
| * | The specifications are those of representative model grades. |
| * | Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively. |
| * | The model numbers of these vehicles are VG10(2600). |
| Plant | Kanto Auto Works, Ltd |
|---|
"Eight" comes from the first V8 unit to power a Japanese automobile.
The Crown Eight expanded the wheelbase, front/rear treads, length, and width of the Crown by 50 mm, 160 mm, 120 mm, and 150 mm, respectively. Compared to the relatively narrow-bodied models such as the Nissan Cedric Special (2,800 cc, released in February 1963) and the Prince Grand Gloria (2,500 cc, released in May 1964), the Crown Eight had a distinctly statelier look.
Fitted with the 2,600 cc aluminum alloy engine that was also the first V8 unit to power a Japanese automobile, the Crown Eight featured a broad range of equipment and accessories befitting a large sedan, including a 2-speed Toyoglide automatic transmission, power windows, power door locks, and light control.
The price of the Crown Eight was 1.65 million yen in Tokyo. A 4-speed manual transmission version with a floor shifter and a 3-speed manual transmission version with overdrive were also made available during its model life.