1959 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2008 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2800 mm |
