1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Crown | 525 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
