2006 BMW X3 vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
