1986 BMW 730 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
