1960 BMW 700 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 660 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
