1959 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1295 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 700 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3471 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 343 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2780 mm |