1962 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 11 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 954 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 700 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
