1960 BMW 700 vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 34 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 350 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, 1994 Ford Tracer, 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, 1994 Ford Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
