2003 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
