1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 830 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2578 mm |
