1959 BMW 700 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 31 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 570 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1929 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
