1959 BMW 700 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1175 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
