2007 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
