1959 BMW 700 vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 41 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 1051 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
