2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 230 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |