1962 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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 Italdesign Visconti 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 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 700 | Visconti |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
