1962 BMW 700 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Porsche 904 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,965 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 904 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 700 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 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 | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
