1959 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1108 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5438 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
