1959 BMW 700 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 40 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 265 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, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
