1962 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 993 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
