1961 BMW 700 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 750 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |