1963 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 46 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1018 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 1963 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 1963 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
