1959 BMW 700 vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1960 Skoda Felicia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Skoda Felicia (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1960 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 700 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1089 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2400 mm |
