2008 BMW 116 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 116 | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |