1960 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 948 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.

Compare all specifications:

1960 BMW 700 2008 Honda CR-V
Make BMW Honda
Model 700 CR-V
Year Released 1960 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 697 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 52 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 97.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 660 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 58 L