1962 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 864 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 700 | MGF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
