1962 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 49 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1450 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
