1960 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1585 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 700 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2895 mm |