1961 BMW 700 vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 700 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
