2006 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1982 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 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
