1959 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 53 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 700 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3010 mm |