1999 BMW 323 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
