1962 BMW 700 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
