1959 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 54 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), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1455 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
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 | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |