1987 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |