1959 BMW 700 vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 1110 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, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 1998 Buick Signia 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. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1998 Buick Signia | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 700 | Signia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
