1959 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1997 Proton Perdana 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Perdana weights approximately 615 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 Proton Perdana, 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 700 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
