1959 BMW 700 vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1987 Nissan Silvia is newer by 28 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 540 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1809 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2440 mm |
