1959 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 52 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 (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 812 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
