1962 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 940 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
