1956 BMW 507 vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 596 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1998 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 507 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
