1980 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Crown | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Crown | Z3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |