1962 BMW 700 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 45 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia, 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
