1960 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 665 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
