1962 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1879 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 700 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |