1959 BMW 700 vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 1100 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.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 700 | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |
