1960 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 46 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1332 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Element |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
