1962 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 16 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 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 250 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2350 mm |
