1961 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 51 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 661 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 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
