1962 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 610 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 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, 2010 Kia Soul, 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
