1960 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 19 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 435 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 1960 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 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 700 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
