1959 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 36 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 575 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
