1959 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 865 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
