1963 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Datsun 280
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun 280 (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun 280 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1963 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, 1979 Datsun 280 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1979 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 700 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
