1959 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 649 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
