1959 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1045 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2910 mm |
