1960 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1151 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
