1962 BMW 700 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Seven (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 700 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 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 | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2240 mm |
