1962 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 44 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1446 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 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
