2007 BMW M vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |