1963 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 794 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |
