1960 BMW 700 vs. 2000 BMW 750
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 40 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 955 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2000 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 387 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
