1992 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 96 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Crown |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |