1961 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 990 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 700 | Colt |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 95 L |