1959 BMW 700 vs. 1988 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1988 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Hyundai Sonata (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 587 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 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1988 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 700 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
