1959 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 50 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Thalia weights approximately 370 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 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (105 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2473 mm |
