1963 BMW 700 vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 29 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 384 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, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
