1959 BMW 700 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 17 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 620 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 700 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5044 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
