2001 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
