1994 BMW M5 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |