1959 BMW 700 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 4 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 697 cc, 1959 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 700 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1959 BMW 700 (52 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 700 | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 594 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 34 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2070 mm |