1962 BMW 700 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 15 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 465 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | 1610 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
