1963 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 919 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 700 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
