1996 BMW 332 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 31 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 332 | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |