1962 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 33 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 665 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, 1995 Kia Capital, 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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
