2006 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |