1964 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 954 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 180 L |
