1959 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2970 mm |
