1962 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 49 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 2082 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |