1960 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 1020 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 700 | GS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |