2005 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 41 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 445 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
