2007 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
