1959 BMW 700 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 24 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 475 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2366 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |