2003 BMW X3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 675 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
