2001 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |