2006 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |