1959 BMW 700 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2290 mm |
