1961 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |