1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 440 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Crown | 6 series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |