1959 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 48 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 740 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | B |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |
