1962 BMW 700 vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 34 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 270 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 700 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
