1962 BMW 700 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1100 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | SL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
