1962 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 24 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 696 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.
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, 1986 Rover 825i, 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 700 | 825i |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
