2000 BMW 323 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 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 |
