2001 BMW L7 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 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 L7 (350 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW L7 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | L7 | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |