1960 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
