1971 BMW 3 vs. 1996 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Toyota Crown is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Toyota Crown.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1996 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Crown |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |