1963 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2595 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 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 167 L |
