1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1360 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
