1959 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1488 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 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |
