1961 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1652 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
