1960 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 37 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 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Today weights approximately 50 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 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Today |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
