1962 BMW 700 vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo is newer by 19 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 1962 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault Rodeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
