1962 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 610 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Crown |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2700 mm |