1962 BMW 700 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1953 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 700 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
