1959 BMW 700 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 850 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 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
