2006 BMW 323 vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown.
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, 2006 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
