1962 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Toyota Cressida is newer by 27 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 917 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
