1963 BMW 700 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 27 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 464 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.
Because 1963 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2500 mm |
