2006 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown. 1976 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
