1959 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 1245 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 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Endeavor | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 81 L |
