1960 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 50 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 715 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2648 mm |
