2008 BMW X5 vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1966 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
