1959 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1644 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 Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3220 mm |
