2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 494 kg more than 1975 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
