1963 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
