1959 BMW 700 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1045 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 700 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2429 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2880 mm |
