2009 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
