1992 BMW 530 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
