1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Crown | 328 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |