1959 BMW 700 vs. 1994 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 35 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 180 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, 1994 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1994 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1994 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2230 mm |
