1959 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 45 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 1,499 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 435 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |
