1963 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 679 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
