2004 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
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, 2004 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |