1960 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 29 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 410 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, 1989 Eagle Summit, 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
Make | BMW | Eagle |
Model | 700 | Summit |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |