1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1014 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1286 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 1800 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3055 mm |
