2008 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
