1960 BMW 700 vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 700 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 700 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2290 mm |
