1996 BMW 528 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 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 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
