1962 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 700 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |