1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 46 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1105 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 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
