2009 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |