1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 975 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 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2005 Mazda 6 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. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
