1959 BMW 700 vs. 1970 Datsun 1200
To start off, 1970 Datsun 1200 is newer by 11 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 1200 (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 1200 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Datsun 1200 weights approximately 65 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, 1970 Datsun 1200 (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1970 Datsun 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 700 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 39 L |
