1959 BMW 700 vs. 1979 BMW 633
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 20 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 810 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1979 BMW 633 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 633 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3210 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
