1959 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 38 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 697 cc, 1959 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 130 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 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda Life (58 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Life |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2370 mm |
