2007 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |