1962 BMW 700 vs. 1985 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 23 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 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1962 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1985 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
