1960 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Cadillac LMP
To start off, 2001 Cadillac LMP is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac LMP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac LMP (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac LMP should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700.
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, 2001 Cadillac LMP (401 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac LMP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2001 Cadillac LMP | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | LMP |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3090 mm |
