1961 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 46 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 132 L |
