1960 BMW 700 vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1630 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 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |
