2005 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
