1960 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 47 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
