1962 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 1404 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 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 700 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
