1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1502 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
