1998 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
