1962 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 550 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
