1962 BMW 700 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1044 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 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 700 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
