1998 BMW M vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |