2006 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 740 1984 Toyota Crown
Make BMW Toyota
Model 740 Crown
Year Released 2006 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3999 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 302 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 60 L


 

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