1962 BMW 700 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1344 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
