2007 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 745 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 745 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |