1959 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 36 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Innocenti Elba (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Elba should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 310 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 700 | Elba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1698 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2370 mm |
