1960 BMW 700 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 950 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Solara |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |