2003 BMW 520 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
