2001 BMW 745 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 36 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 730 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
