1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3701 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3340 mm |
