1961 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
