1961 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 49 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1066 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 716 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1378 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 700 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3055 mm |
