1959 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 222 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 Ypsilon, 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 Ypsilon (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2390 mm |
