1998 BMW 845 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1962 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 845 | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |