2001 BMW 318 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 65 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, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 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 |
