1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 275 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
