1962 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 658 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
