1992 BMW 318 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 28 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 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
