1970 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Crown | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Crown | 325 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |