1959 BMW 700 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 747 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |
