2008 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |