1959 BMW 700 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 13 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 450 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, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | 411 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |