1963 BMW 700 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 799 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 700 | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |