1962 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1160 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 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2004 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 700 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
