1959 BMW 700 vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 700 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2195 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2270 mm |
