1960 BMW 700 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1970 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 10 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 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 700 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2780 mm |
