1959 BMW 700 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 29 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 290 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 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2460 mm |
