1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 46 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 830 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
