1959 BMW 700 vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 43 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1524 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2002 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |
