1959 BMW 700 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 29 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |
