1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 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 Z3 (180 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
