1960 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 735 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 700 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |