1995 BMW S3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 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 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 350 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
