1962 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 39 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1125 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, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 700 | Villager |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |