1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z1 | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |