1959 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 885 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, 1997 Lancia K, 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, 1997 Lancia K (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 1997 Lancia K has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lancia K will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | K |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
