1961 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 40 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2601 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 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 167 L |
