1961 BMW 700 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, both 1961 BMW 700 and 1961 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 BMW 700.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
