1960 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc, 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 620 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 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
