1995 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
