1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (151 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
