1960 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 436 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
