2007 BMW 335 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
