1962 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1962 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
